SAN DIEGO — With the Rockies facing a string of left-handers and dealing with some nagging injuries, the Rockies recalled outfielder Dexter Fowler from Triple-A, a major league source close to the player confirmed today.

Fowler was sent down to work on his offense and put up big numbers, hitting .340 in 27 games with three home runs and 10 RBIs. He also hit for the cycle recently. It’s unclear who will be moved out to make room. Chris Nelson could be the victim. He’s not playing much with the emergence of Jonathan Herrera.

Fowler’s promotion was first reported by The Colorado Springs Gazette.

Fowler also provides an option if Brad Hawpe’s rib injury lingers. Hawpe pinch-hit last night, his first playing time since running into the retaining wall Friday in Anaheim. Helton was scratched from the lineup after batting practice when his back and legs began bothering him.

Manager Jim Tracy said the first baseman was “rundown” from playing in long, high intensity games against the Red Sox and Angels on Thursday and Friday.

“He will get another day if he needs it,” said Tracy of Helton, who is listed as day-to-day with back spasms.